Choosing a mattress isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. The best mattress for you depends on how you sleep most of the night — on your back, your side, or your stomach. The right choice will keep your spine aligned, reduce pressure points, and help you wake up refreshed.

At The Sleep Shop in Athlone, we’ve matched thousands of customers across Ireland with the perfect mattress for their sleep style. Here’s our expert guide.

Back Sleepers – Support Is Key

If you mainly sleep on your back, you need a mattress that keeps your spine in a natural position without sagging. Too soft, and your lower back sinks; too hard, and it creates pressure on your shoulders.

✅ Recommended: Pocket Bio Mattress – firm and supportive with high-density foam and pocket springs (no memory foam). Designed to keep your back aligned all night.

Side Sleepers – Pressure Relief Matters

Side sleepers often experience discomfort around the shoulders and hips. A slightly softer mattress with good contouring will ease that pressure and improve circulation.

✅ Recommended: Kensington Mattress – engineered for side sleepers who need gentle support and pressure relief where it matters most.

Stomach Sleepers – Keep the Spine Straight

Sleeping on your stomach can strain the lower back if your mattress is too soft. A firmer surface helps prevent your midsection from sinking, keeping your spine in line.

✅ Recommended: Pocket Bio Mattress – firm support ensures your back stays aligned even if you sleep face-down.

Don’t Forget Your Pillow

Your pillow works with your mattress to maintain proper alignment. The wrong pillow can undo the benefits of the right mattress.

• Bamboo Pillow – breathable and cooling, ideal for back sleepers.

• Wool Pillow – natural support and hypoallergenic, great for side sleepers needing extra loft.

👉 Book your free pillow fitting in our Athlone showroom, or order online with free nationwide delivery on every order.

Local Expertise, Nationwide Service

Whether you’re in Athlone or shopping from anywhere in Ireland, our team is here to guide you. No chatbots — just real people with real expertise, ready to help you find your perfect sleep setup.

Visit Us in Athlone

📍 The Sleep Shop
Ankers Bower, Dublin Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath N37 E762

🕒 Opening Hours:

• Monday–Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

• Sunday: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

✅ Ready to wake up feeling your best? Explore our full mattress collection today and enjoy free delivery across Ireland.